Ridge

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  • Ridge
definition
  • A geological feature that features a chain of mountains or hills that are of a continuous elevated crest for some distance. Ridges are usually termed hills or mountains as well, depending on size.
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Abstract from DBPedia
    A ridge or a mountain ridge is a geographical feature consisting of a chain of mountains or hills that form a continuous elevated crest for an extended distance. The sides of the ridge slope away from the narrow top on either side. The lines along the crest formed by the highest points, with the terrain dropping down on either side, are called the ridgelines. Ridges are usually termed hills or mountains as well, depending on size. Smaller ridges, especially those leaving a larger ridge, are often referred to as spurs.

    尾根（おね）は、谷と谷に挟まれた山地の一番高い部分の連なりのことである。山稜（さんりょう）、稜線（りょうせん）とも言う。地図上では等高線の突出として示される。

    (Source: http://dbpedia.org/resource/Ridge)